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Diomande, Real Madrid agree terms for transfer of Leipzig winger
La Liga giants Real Madrid have agreed personal terms with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, the BBC reported on Monday, after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Liverpool withdrew their interest.YanDiomande, who plays on the right flank, was the Ivory Coasts standout player at the FIFA World Cup 2026, where he also made his debut, as the West African nation reached the round of 32.The 19-year-old has taken Europe by storm since joining the German club from Spanish side Leganes less than a year ago. Known for his outstanding pace, strong dribbling and athleticism, the 1.8-metre (5 feet, 11 inches) attacking winger is a frequent goal threat.5 Last night for @equipenatciv vs Ecuador, Yan Diomande became the first player Opta has on record since 1966 to create 5+ chances (5), make 5+ tackles (5), win 10+ duels (11) and have 10+ touches in the oppositions box (12) in a FIFA World Cup match. Star. pic.twitter.com/F98Hg8NvV1 OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) June 15, 2026Diomande scored 12 league goals and bagged eight assists as Leipzig finished third in a highly successful 2025-26 Bundesliga campaign, confirming their UEFA Champions League berth for the upcoming season. He was also voted the Bundesligas best young player of the season.Both Premier League club Liverpool and reigning French champions PSG had their bids rejected, with the BBC reporting the Paris clubs final offer for Diomande on Sunday estimated at a whopping 102.5 million pounds ($136.75m).Madrid have since agreed personal terms, said to be modelled on England midfielder Jude Bellinghams contract as they are incentivised on performances and effectively improve year-on-year, the report added.
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